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Ahead of his return at UFC Abu Dhabi tonight, surging bantamweight contender, Cory Sandhagen has plans to apologize to both opponent, Umar Nurmagomedov, as well as his coach, Khabib Nurmagomedov – claiming he will need to after he beats the Russian definitively in the Middle East. Sandhagen, the streaking...

Cory Sandhagen ready to apologize to Umar and Khabib Nurmagomedov

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Khabib Nurmagomedov wants only the best for aging UFC legend Tony Ferguson following his loss to Michael Chiesa. “El Cucuy” vows to fight outside the UFC if the promotion parts ways with him. Khabib Nurmagomedov wouldn’t be shocked to see Tony Ferguson retire but “El Cucuy” has other things...

Khabib Nurmagomedov Wishes ‘The Best’ For Tony Ferguson After UFC Abu Dhabi Loss; ‘El Cucuy’ Says He’ll Do ‘Something Else’ If UFC Cuts Him

Conor McGregor has released fresh training footage of him hitting the pads and UFC champion Sean O’Malley is not at all impressed. The Notorious’ Conor McGregor has been confirmed to fight Michael Chandler on different dates but the Irish-born striker continues to postpone the match for different reasons. The most recent pushing of the date had to do with a toe injury.

Sean O’Malley’s Unfiltered Three-Word Reaction to Conor McGregor’s Latest Training Session

Fans have once more called into question a potential end-of-year return to the UFC for Conor McGregor following his appearance at a BKFC (Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship) event in South Dakota – with the Dubliner shotgunning a Forged Irish Stout inside the ring. McGregor, who struck a partnership with...

Video – Fans react to Conor McGregor’s bizarre speech at BKFC

It is a dream of every UFC champion to move up in weight class and dominate it as well. But Islam Makhachev, the reigning UFC lightweight champion, has had his double-champ dreams put on ice. The reason was his teammate Belal Muhammad’s recent welterweight title victory at UFC 304.

“Broke My Plans To Be Double Champ”- Islam Makhachev Reveals Shattered Dream After UFC 304

Dana White has expressed his frustration with Jon Jones not being ranked atop the official UFC pound-for-pound list. The President of the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization has made no secret of his admiration for ‘Bones’, often referring to the two-weight world champion as the greatest of all time.

‘Embarrassing’… Dana White goes on a huge rant over Jon Jones being ranked #3 in the pound-for-pound list

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Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

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Umar Nurmagomedov was surprised by multiple aspects of his opponent’s game in a unanimous decision win over Cory Sandhagen at UFC on ABC 7.

Umar Nurmagomedov Details Victory Over Cory Sandhagen at UFC on ABC 7

We have seen some great knockouts in the combat sports world this year now that we’re more than halfway through 2024. But while many will look at the Max Holloway last-second throwdown KO of Justin Gaethje at UFC 300 as their favorite, kickboxer Taimu Hisai gave that nomination a run for its money.

VIDEO: Muay Thai Fighter Nails Rolling Thunder Kick For Potential Knockout Of The Year Highlight

Sean O’Malley had a vested interest in the UFC Abu Dhabi main event because the winner could end up as the next challenger for his bantamweight title. In the end, Umar Nurmagomedov earned an impressive unanimous decision win over Cory Sandhagen to vault himself near the top of the division and potentially solidify his position as the No. 1 contender. O’Malley credited Nurmagomedov on a job well done, especially knowing how much respect he had for Sandhagen as a fighter.

Sean O’Malley ‘might go whoop’ Umar Nurmagomedov next just to make Conor McGregor ‘jealous’

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Kaue Fernandes woke up the crowd by scoring the first finish of the night at UFC on ABC 7. Fernandes (9-2 MMA, 1-1 UFC) picked up his first win in the UFC by stopping Mohammad Yahya at 4:45 of Round 1 in their lightweight bout at Etihad Arena in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

UFC on ABC 7 video: Kaue Fernandes floors Mohammad Yahya for first promotional win

Umar Nurmagomedov may be the next fighter from Dagestan's most famous fighting family to challenge for UFC gold. The rising bantamweight contender defeated Cory Sandhagen, who was ranked No. 2 in the division, via unanimous decision (50-45, 49-46, 49-46) in the UFC Abu Dhabi main event Saturday at the Etihad Arena.

Nurmagomedov beats Sandhagen in UFC Abu Dhabi main event

Kamaru Usman has been teasing the newly crowned welterweight champion, Belal Muhammad, just weeks after Muhammad’s victory at UFC 304. However, During a recent photoshoot with current Lightweight Champion Islam Makhachev, Muhammad struggled to hold his belt, and Makhachev had to help him. This drew a reaction from Usman, who took the opportunity to troll Muhammad. However, ‘Remember the Name’ fired back at Usman’s comments, defending himself after being mocked for needing Makhachev’s guidance on holding the belt.

Belal Muhammad Fires Back After Kamaru Usman Trolls Him For Islam Makhachev’s Guidance On Holding The Belt

Khabib Nurmagomedov seemed to put his years-long rivalry with Tony Ferguson to bed last night following his final UFC defeat. The former lightweight rivals had a bitter feud, infamous for having countless fights fall through due to a variety of outlandish reasons. Weight cut hospitalisations, tripping over a wire during a media appearance and the coronavirus pandemic were all to blame for various dates between the pair falling apart throughout the years.

‘His life is just beginning’… Khabib Nurmagomedov sends heartfelt message to long-time rival Tony Ferguson after final UFC fight

Sturgis, SD

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) 63 went down last night outside the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip in Sturgis, South Dakota, where Britain Hart defended her Strawweight title against Taylor Starling via unanimous decision. Before the main event, Conor McGregor, part owner of BKFC, made a surprise appearance and made quite...

Welcome to the Jungle! Bald Conor McGregor gets custom walkout at BKFC 63 (Video)

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L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Kaue Fernandes made good on his second Octagon appearance earlier today (Sat., Aug. 3, 2024) at UFC Abu Dhabi LIVE on ABC and ESPN+ from inside Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, UAE, when the Brazilian prospect stopped Mohammad Yahya with a vicious first-round TKO (leg kicks and punches). Fernandes came...

Highlights! Kaue Fernandes injects life into UFC Abu Dhabi with nasty TKO finish | Video

Tony Ferguson is a name that resonates with all the fight fans. At 40 years old, the former UFC interim lightweight champion is still not ready to hang up his gloves just yet. Despite riding a seven-fight losing streak, ‘El Cucuy’ remains steadfast in his commitment to the UFC.

“Have Conor Work For Me Again”- Tony Ferguson Rejects BKFC And Pledges Loyalty To UFC Octagon

UK fight fans may have been treated to a title fight double header this past weekend in Manchester but UFC 304 didn’t hit expectations. There was a lot of disgruntlement from both fans and fighters when it was announced that the event would be taking place at US time, meaning that the night wouldn’t kick off until 11 pm local time at the Co-Op Live arena.

Dana White Told To Accept Blame For Uneventful UFC 304: ‘You Messed It Up For The People That Work For The Promotion & Some Of The Fighters…’

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Javier Mendez Describes Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Evolution As A Coach: ‘He Even Demonstrates Striking Techniques To Perfection’

The biggest fight of Umar Nurmagomedov’s career goes down this weekend and he will have his family right beside him for it. He faces Cory Sandhagen...

Javier Mendez Describes Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Evolution As A Coach: ‘He Even Demonstrates Striking Techniques To Perfection’

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